Akwasidae Festival at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi
Akwasidae Festival at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi
$465
Akwasidae Festival at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi
2 Days Starting and ending in Accra, Ghana
Visiting: Accra, Kumasi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
01
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 50
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
See the triumphant outdoor of the Asantehene receiving homages from his subjects. Watch and enjoy the beautiful maidens do the ''Adowa'' dance while the drums play. Learn the Asante culture in a glamorous way. NOTE: AKWASIDAE OCCURS EVERY SIX WEEKS OF THE ASANTE CALENDAR. THE 2022 AKWASIDAE FESTIVAL CELEBRATION DATES ARE AS BELOW; Sunday, January 23, 2022 Sunday, March 6, 2022 Sunday, April 17, 2022 Sunday, May 29, 2022 Sunday, July 10, 2022 Sunday, August 21, 2022 Sunday, October 2, 2022 Sunday, November 13, 2022 ?Sunday, December 25, 2022
Itinerary
Day 1 : Adanwomase Kente Village & Ntonso Adinkra Stamping.
Location: Accra, Accra
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be determined
6:00AM pick up in a private air-conditioned vehicle at location of your choice.
Depart busy Accra to Kumasi, capital town of the Ashanti kingdom and Ashanti Region.
Visit Adanwomase and Ntonso, two Ashanti traditional crafts villages.
Tour a Kente weaving, Adinkra cloth stamping and a wood carving villages.
See the various stages of Adinkra production and Kente weaving.
Learn how the Ashanti’s came by these unique traditional crafts.
Overnight at Kumasi.
Day 2 : Prempeh Ii Jubilee Museum, Okomfo Anokye Sword Site & Manhyia Palace.
Location: Kumasi, Kumasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: To be determined
Visit the National Cultural Center, a few meters away from the Kejetia market.
Tour Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, which provides a fascinating collection of Ashanti history and treasures.
Visit the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site to make a sightseeing of the sword Okomfo Anokye buried into the ground about 300years ago, exact place where Okomfo Anokye conjured the Golden stool unto the laps of king Osei tutu I, founder of Ashanti Kingdom. Continue to Manhyia Palace, an official seat and residence of the Asantehene. Witness the Akwasidae grand durbar as the Asantehene sit and receive homage from his subjects and subchiefs. Enjoy the drumming and dancing at the ceremony.
Late afternoon drive to Accra.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Standard room with Air-conditioned (Double Occupancy)
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Pick up from any location of guest choice
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Entrance Fees
Fees for all visited sights
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Fully Guided
Licensed tour guide service
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Bottle water
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Meals – Breakfast Only
What's Not Included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
None
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Country Entry Visas
None
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Drinks with Meals
None
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Tipping and Gratuities
None
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
50
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Dollars
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
none
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You will travel with your licensed tour guide and a driver
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We still do the tour
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Easy
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Midrange
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Will the tour include my visa and international flight cost?
No
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory when visiting Ghana. And also adhere to Ghana covid-19 requirements.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Your licensed tour guide and driver.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Ghana covid-19 protocols are observed.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
None
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes. All our tours are customized to suit each traveller.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
2 years
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You are always free to change you plan as you may wish.
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